Last year, the Matilija poppy in my yard didn't bloom at all, it was overwhelmed by the grapes, oak and willow. I figured that it was in just too much shade and wasn't ever going to bloom in that spot. And as happens in a jungly backyard, I rather forgot about it. This year, it has triumphed over all the other densely growing plants and shot up to surprise me this morning with this beautiful blossom.
I think I will have to put consider putting some of these over on the land...they should do great! And as an extra bonus, they are a California native!
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Sunday, June 14, 2009
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Blue Petunia
Inspired by another flickr member, I am after my petunias. It is amazing that I have neglected to photograph them. It is much trickier than I had thought. It totally depends on the time of day, the wind and the particular flower. I know that might be true of most photos, but with these, say as opposed to the hollyhocks, the difference is startling. I have deleted many many shots, and I know I can do better than this with practice.
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